EMPOWER YOURSELF WITH POWERS OF ATTORNEY
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows you to appoint trusted individuals to make decisions on your behalf if you’re unable to do so due to a medical emergency or incapacity. There are two main types of Powers of Attorney documents: one for Medical and Personal Care, and the other for Financial, Property, and Legal Decisions.
When planning for possible temporary or permanent physical or mental disability, consider who you trust to manage your money, property, and legal affairs. You should also think about who would be the best person to make medical treatment decisions on your behalf and what your values are in terms of quality of life and medical care.
It’s also essential to consider your preferences on artificial life support, organ or tissue donation, and any personal, family, health, religious, or cultural considerations you may have. If there is a possibility of conflict between your family members in the future, it’s important to address this issue in your Power of Attorney.
Consider selecting a backup person for these decisions in case the person you choose initially cannot or does not want to act. A Power of Attorney can provide you peace of mind that your wishes will be respected, and your interests will be protected in case of incapacity or emergency.